Tropical Black Bean Soup with Mango Salsa
An easy and delicious way to enjoy a variety of vegetables rice in phytochemicals
The Humble Onion
The humble onion does more than add flavor; it creates a savory foundation that makes meals satisfying without requiring heavy sauces or extra salt.
Onions provide:
- Antioxidants, including quercetin, that help protect cells from oxidative stress
- Prebiotic fibers that support beneficial gut bacteria and digestive health
- Vitamin C to support immune function and tissue health
- Big flavor for very few calories
Onions are also affordable, versatile and easy to add to soups, stews, sauces and roasted dishes. For anyone experiencing digestive sensitivity, cooking onions until they are very soft may make them easier to tolerate. If onions still cause discomfort, they can be reduced or omitted based on individual needs.
Fast Facts
- 🧅 Low in calories — Onions add lots of flavor while keeping meals relatively low in calories.
- 💧 High in water — Their high water content can contribute to overall hydration.
- 🌾 Provides fiber — Onions contain dietary fiber that helps keep your digestive system regular.
- 🧠Contains folate — Folate helps your body make DNA and supports normal cell growth.
- ⚡ Provides vitamin B6 — Vitamin B6 helps your body use energy and supports normal brain and nerve function.
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